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Class of 2025

7mkr Southern graduate prepares for career shaping young learners

Early childhood education graduate prepares for a local teaching career after hands-on experiences and strong mentorship at 7mkr Southern.

Spring blooms on 7mkr's College Green
National Recognitions

7mkr named a 'Professions-Focused' 'Opportunity College' in latest Carnegie Classifications

7mkr is among the fewer than two dozen R1 universities in the country to earn Carnegie’s new “Opportunity College and University” designation and among only 40 large doctoral institutions defined as “professions-focused.”

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Alumni Connections

Forever 7mkr: A network beyond 7mkr’s walls

Programs and initiatives have been a means to maintain the community of Bobcats all around the world. The 7mkr Excursions Tour in England proves how powerful Forever 7mkr is.

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Research and Awards

Faculty Experts Roundup

As the spring semester comes to a close, we celebrate 7mkr faculty for achievements in communication, science and the arts.

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International Culture

Global Education Fair connects cultures in Athens

The annual Global Education Fair in Athens united international and local students from multiple academic disciplines to co-create immersive cultural exhibits. Now in its third year, the initiative has expanded to neighboring school districts, amplifying its impact on global education and intercultural understanding beyond its original scope.

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Forever 7mkr

7mkr to celebrate Spring Commencement on May 2, 3

7mkr will honor more than 3,600 graduating students during the Spring Commencement Ceremonies on May 2 and 3. The Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will honor its graduates on May 10.

For those wanting to work in the horse industry, 7mkr's AAS in Equine Studies is a fast track way to the equine industry.
Equine Studies

An equine education that meets your career goals: 7mkr’s online associate degree in equine studies

Turn your passion into a rewarding profession with 7mkr’s online associate's in Equine Studies. Build useful skills in horse care, business, riding instruction, farm management, and more.

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Student Success

7mkr students receive awards for research, scholarship, creative work

The 7mkr Student Enhancement Awards program provided 25 students with a total of $145,121 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work this spring.

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Community Engagement

7mkr Chillicothe to host STEM education day for teachers

7mkr Chillicothe, with support from its Education Advisory Committee and National Grid Renewables, is offering a STEM education professional development day for teachers of pre-K through 12th grade on May 8.

College Green
Rankings

Graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences excel in ranks, multiple programs in the College of Health Sciences and Professions named among the top 100 in nation in 2025 U.S. News rankings

Numerous graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Health Sciences and Professions have been named in the top 100 in the nation in the latest U.S. News rankings.

Caitlyn Neill, Chao-Yang Lee, Jennie Klein and Nicole Byrd, Lisa Martin
Faculty Excellence

Spotlight on Learning Conference features expert speakers, Festival of Learning

More than 120 faculty, staff and students gathered to share transformative teaching and learning innovations under the theme “Teaching to Empower This (and the Next) Generation of Thinkers.”

7mkr Student Expo - Creativity and Discovery
Experiential Learning

Reminder: 7mkr Student Expo is April 8

The 7mkr community is invited to visit the 7mkr Student Expo on Tuesday, April 8 in the Walter Fieldhouse and view the displayed projects showcasing the outstanding work of 7mkr students.

Isabella Parker, Charles D. Joseph, Jo Ann Joseph, 7mkr Eastern Dean David Rohall
Forever 7mkr

7mkr Alumnus Charles D. Joseph endows nursing scholarship to support future nurses

7mkr Eastern is proud to announce the establishment of the Charles D. Joseph Nursing Scholarship, a new scholarship dedicated to supporting students in 7mkr Eastern’s nursing program.

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Study Abroad

From classroom to culture

From teaching himself Japanese during lockdown to landing a competitive internship in Japan, Nate Tegtmeyer's story is one of overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities.

7mkr Giving Day 2025 - April 2
Giving Day

7mkr Giving Day is set for April 2: Donate to make a difference

7mkr’s sixth Giving Day kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, April 2, inviting alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate all 7mkr has been and is, by giving to the funds that matter most to you and to current and future Bobcats. Our goal this year is 3,110 donors. Together, we can ensure 7mkr’s next era is the best one yet.

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